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Percentage MCQ & Objective Questions

Understanding percentages is crucial for students preparing for school exams and competitive tests in India. Mastering this topic not only aids in solving real-life problems but also enhances your performance in exams. Practicing MCQs and objective questions on percentages helps you grasp key concepts and boosts your confidence, ensuring you score better in important exams.

What You Will Practise Here

  • Definition and significance of percentages
  • Conversion between fractions, decimals, and percentages
  • Calculating percentage increase and decrease
  • Finding percentages of given quantities
  • Applications of percentages in profit and loss
  • Percentage problems in ratio and proportion
  • Real-life applications of percentages in various fields

Exam Relevance

Percentage is a vital topic in various examinations, including CBSE, State Boards, NEET, and JEE. It frequently appears in objective questions, where students are required to solve problems related to percentage calculations, profit and loss, and data interpretation. Common question patterns include direct calculations, word problems, and application-based scenarios, making it essential for students to be well-prepared.

Common Mistakes Students Make

  • Confusing percentage increase with percentage decrease
  • Incorrectly converting fractions and decimals to percentages
  • Misunderstanding the context of word problems
  • Neglecting to simplify problems before solving
  • Overlooking the importance of units in percentage calculations

FAQs

Question: What are some effective strategies to solve percentage MCQs quickly?
Answer: Practice regularly, understand the underlying concepts, and learn shortcuts for common calculations to improve speed and accuracy.

Question: How can I relate percentages to real-life situations?
Answer: Consider examples like discounts during shopping, interest rates on loans, or calculating marks in exams to see the practical applications of percentages.

Now is the time to enhance your understanding of percentages! Dive into our practice MCQs and test your knowledge to ensure you are well-prepared for your exams. Remember, consistent practice leads to success!

Q. If a population of a town increases by 10% every year and the current population is 5,000, what will be the population after one year?
  • A. 5,200
  • B. 5,500
  • C. 5,600
  • D. 5,800
Q. If a population of a town increases by 15% in one year, what will be the population after one year if the current population is 20,000?
  • A. 22,000
  • B. 23,000
  • C. 24,000
  • D. 25,000
Q. If a population of a town increases from 10,000 to 12,000 in a year, what is the percentage increase in population?
  • A. 15%
  • B. 20%
  • C. 25%
  • D. 30%
Q. If a population of a town increases from 10,000 to 12,000 in a year, what is the percentage increase in the population?
  • A. 15%
  • B. 20%
  • C. 25%
  • D. 30%
Q. If a population of a town increases from 10,000 to 12,000, what is the percentage increase?
  • A. 20%
  • B. 15%
  • C. 25%
  • D. 10%
Q. If a population of a town increases from 20,000 to 25,000 in a year, what is the percentage increase?
  • A. 20%
  • B. 25%
  • C. 30%
  • D. 35%
Q. If a population of a town increases from 2000 to 2500 in a year, what is the percentage increase in population?
  • A. 20%
  • B. 25%
  • C. 30%
  • D. 35%
Q. If a population of a town increases from 2000 to 2500, what is the percentage increase?
  • A. 20%
  • B. 25%
  • C. 30%
  • D. 15%
Q. If a product is marked at $150 and is sold at a 10% discount, what is the selling price?
  • A. $135
  • B. $140
  • C. $145
  • D. $150
Q. If a product is marked at $150 and sold at a 10% discount, what is the selling price?
  • A. $135
  • B. $140
  • C. $145
  • D. $150
Q. If a product is marked at $200 and is sold at a 10% discount, what is the selling price?
  • A. $180
  • B. $190
  • C. $200
  • D. $210
Q. If a product is marked at $200 and sold at a 10% discount, what is the selling price?
  • A. $180
  • B. $190
  • C. $200
  • D. $210
Q. If a product is marked at $200 and sold at a 10% profit, what is the cost price?
  • A. $150
  • B. $160
  • C. $180
  • D. $190
Q. If a product's price increases from $150 to $180, what is the percentage increase?
  • A. 20%
  • B. 15%
  • C. 25%
  • D. 30%
Q. If a product's price increases from $200 to $250, what is the percentage increase?
  • A. 20%
  • B. 25%
  • C. 30%
  • D. 15%
Q. If a product's price increases from $50 to $60, what is the percentage increase?
  • A. 20%
  • B. 15%
  • C. 25%
  • D. 10%
Q. If a shirt costs $40 after a 20% discount, what was the original price?
  • A. 50
  • B. 45
  • C. 40
  • D. 60
Q. If a shirt costs $40 and is on sale for 20% off, what is the sale price?
  • A. 32
  • B. 36
  • C. 28
  • D. 30
Q. If a shirt costs $40 and is sold at a 20% discount, what is the selling price?
  • A. 32
  • B. 36
  • C. 28
  • D. 30
Q. If a shirt is sold for $240 after a discount of 20%, what was the original price of the shirt?
  • A. $300
  • B. $280
  • C. $250
  • D. $320
Q. If a shirt is sold for $40 after a 20% discount, what was its original price?
  • A. $32
  • B. $36
  • C. $48
  • D. $50
Q. If a shirt is sold for $40 after a discount of 20%, what was the original price of the shirt?
  • A. $50
  • B. $60
  • C. $45
  • D. $55
Q. If a shirt is sold for $45 after a discount of 10%, what was the original price of the shirt?
  • A. $50
  • B. $55
  • C. $60
  • D. $65
Q. If a student answered 85% of the questions correctly in an exam and there were 120 questions, how many questions did he answer correctly?
  • A. 90
  • B. 95
  • C. 100
  • D. 102
Q. If a student answered 90 questions correctly out of 120, what is the percentage of correct answers?
  • A. 70%
  • B. 75%
  • C. 80%
  • D. 85%
Q. If a student increases his score from 50 to 70 in a test, what is the percentage increase in his score?
  • A. 30%
  • B. 40%
  • C. 50%
  • D. 20%
Q. If a student needs to score at least 75% to pass an exam and he scored 300 out of 400, did he pass?
  • A. Yes
  • B. No
  • C. Cannot be determined
  • D. None of the above
Q. If a student needs to score at least 75% to pass and he scored 300 marks out of 400, did he pass?
  • A. Yes
  • B. No
  • C. Cannot determine
  • D. Depends on the subject
Q. If a student needs to score at least 75% to pass and he scores 300 marks out of 400, does he pass?
  • A. Yes
  • B. No
  • C. Maybe
  • D. Not enough information
Q. If a student scored 75% in an exam and the total marks were 800, how many marks did he score?
  • A. 600
  • B. 650
  • C. 700
  • D. 750
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